2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 881 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Monterey | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
